Where are they now update: Dave Kern

Dave Kern recently took some time out of his busy schedule to answer a few questions for "Upper 90". Dave tells us how he felt his 2009 USL-2 season went, what he is up to in the MISL right now, and where he thinks he might play outdoor in 2010. As always thanks Dave and good luck no matter where you play in 2010. The Harrisburg fans always love seeing you back on City Island.

Q- First off, it has been a little while since we last talked with you so... we can start out with the end of the 2009 USL-2 season. How was your first year with Real Maryland and were you happy with your play and the team's season long result?

A: My first season back to outdoor and with Real Maryland was kind of a roller coaster. We started off the season well getting some big points, but as the season progressed we never formed any team chemistry. It was like playing with a bunch of individuals not teammates. No one really trusted each other and it showed with embarassing losses to Wilmington 0-3 at home and to the Isles 0-4 in Harrisburg. Each week we had at least 5 new guys coming in and trying out. It was a team trying to find it's identity. Towards the end of the season the group that was still there put together a string of quality games and found our way into the playoffs. We ended up losing to Charlotte 3-1 in the quarters. As we all looked back at the season, making the playoffs was success. After the club finished at the bottom of the table the season before to finishing 5th is a big improvement. Let's just hope for the club's sake it keeps moving forward.

As for my play, I put in some quality performances throughout the year. I ended up starting 17 out of the 24 games. My best win of the season had to be against Municipal from Guatemala. We won 2-0 against majority of their first team. The best part of the win was playing at home in front of 5,000 plus Municipal fans. It's quite a feeling playing at home, but feeling like your are playing in Central America. Obviously, I feel I could have been a bit more consistent with my play and more of a leader, but that year off hurt. To be honest, I like playing indoor but I am really looking forward to the outdoor season to start.

Q- You are back again with the Baltimore Blast. You guys are forming quite the indoor dynasty down there. How has the start to the season gone and are you happy with the games you have played?

A: Baltimore will always put together a quality team. As of now we are tied for first with Milwaukee, but we still have 12 games to play. The last place team is only 2 games back, so anybody can make a run for the title. I have only played two games going 1-1. Got a road win in Rockford 10-8, and lost in overtime 12-10 in Milwaukee. It's funny because I played better in the loss making 17 saves then in the win, but that's indoor for you. Sagu is back and playing again, so I'll just have to wait until my name is called. Tomer C. put it best, when you are not starting you just have to go to training everyday and work hard and be ready to go. And when you are called, make the best of it.

Q- As for the 2010 outdoor season, do you have any plans lined up yet? I saw the City Islander home opener is April 24th against Real Maryland... that would be pretty cool to have you back in Harrisburg for the home opener.

A: 2010 should be an interesting year. Lots of soccer this summer. I won't go in too much detail. I might be back in a Real Md jersey I might not be. I'll keep you posted when I figure out my outdoor plans. As always good luck to the Isles and fans...

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